Wednesday, October 18, 2006

Official First Sock FO


It's official. Here they are.

FO Date: October 2006
Pattern: Simple Socks from Socks Soar on Two Circular Needles by Cat Bordhi
Modifications: None
Yarn: (I think it's in German) Fortissima in Disco, 71% superwash, 26% polyamide, 3% polyester (My friend picked the yarn for color. I'm not a super fan of its feel - I can't wait to try a softer yarn. Maybe after washing this yarn will soften.)
Comments: For a first sock, this was a great pattern. I'm not a fan of ribbing, and there's obviously a lot of it (and I recognize its importance in socks). The pattern was easy to follow, except I'm a little unhappy that I had to consult other books in order to learn how to finish the toe. It was simple enough to do once I found it, I don't know why the author couldn't include it in the book.
Modifications I'd make if I knit it again: None really. I don't think I'll make this sock again. I'm interested in trying more challenging patterns.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

WhooHoo!!!

Amy Lane said...

wwwooooohooooo!!! (I love socks now...totally an addict...)

Hm... suggestions? For more difficult socks--Charlene Schurch's book, Sensational Socks--lots of patterns to choose from. Also, Cherry Tree Hill sock yarn & Lorna's Laces--totally addicting... Excellent job--well Done!